Chapter 998 Wanli came to power

At this time, history returns to its original position, which should be a good thing for team development. Because after Longqing, the Ming Empire would encourage immigrants. In the early years of Wanli, it is also a period of great development. It's just that because of the team's intervention, I don't know which minister is in control now.' It is difficult to say whether Zhang Juzheng, the main hero of Wanli Zhongxing' situation, can take office now. But no matter what, the Ming Dynasty is still prosperous in this era.

It's just that in 1586, Emperor Wanli began to indulge in wine and sex. Until 1589, Emperor Wanli did not rule the government for 28 years, causing the Ming Dynasty to decline, and China has been depressed ever since! This period is already the end of this trial scene, which has little impact on the development of Zhang Fan's team.

Aken's book demon did not dare to neglect, so he immediately prepared tributes and let the Daming sailor leave the necessary defense troops. There are dozens of ships, especially three 10,000-ton treasure ships. Anyway, this kind of ship is not used for war, and you can bring more immigrants back. So the whole army was solemn, dressed in sackcloth, and the sails were painted black and white, vast, and went to China...

Withdrawn the Aken book demon rushed back to China, bribed the courtiers, and flattered the Wanli emperor. Zhang Fan calculated the time and estimated that this time when the Aken book demon came back from China, this trial scene would be coming to an end. After thinking about it, he has nothing to do now. It's better to go to Europe to find out the situation and see what will happen on the eve of the 'British-West sea war'. Maybe there is still something that can influence the future war.

In order to save time, he only brought Xuanyuan Star, and the two rode faster on Muyuan. He first arrived at Captain Baca's old base and checked the equipment. It was found that Captain Baca had built an attack fleet with ten state-of-the-art gunships. The tonnage of each ship is 500 tons. Such a tonnage is suitable for long-range navigation, and it can also carry larger-caliber artillery, carrying more supplies and personnel.

These warships are made of the best gold teak and wrapped in iron sheet at the critical parts, which is very strong! The human propeller system has also been mechanically extreme, using only 10 people to achieve the best speed. The steam engine will be installed soon. From an economic point of view, such a human propeller system and windsurfing are relatively economical and place-saving.

Short-tube shotguns have also been popularized internally, and the technical blockade is in place. Only a few have been exiled to the European underground arms trading market through Chinese colonial channels. However, because this shotgun technology is too advanced and the range is not far away, it is not valued by the European side. How do they know that the range is not far or near, as long as it is enough.

But among the Pirates of the Caribbean, this kind of short-blint shotgun, which is rarely circulated, is still very popular. Because this is the best weapon for pirates to rob houses and fight in alleys.

Zhang Fan is very satisfied with the progress of the current base, and the technological development is basically synchronized with the most important colonial centers in China. In fact, in addition to Captain Baca's base, Zhang Fan's team has also developed three naval forces of comparable scale in the New World Colony, adding up to nearly 50 new gunships of 300 to 500 tons. This is a force other than the Daming Marine. It is specially used for the escort of 'Caribbean Union' merchant ships.

Seeing that everything was ready, Zhang Fan felt that even if he only relied on the strength of his team, he could fight against the future Spanish invincible fleet. I feel a little complacent. So he let Xuanyuan Star fly to Spain across the Atlantic. See if there is any gap on the opponent's side.

As a result, Muyuan flew for three days, and in the waters of the Azores in the east of the Atlantic Ocean, Xuanyuan found that there was a naval battle there from afar. The rumble of gunfire shook the sea. Zhang Fan immediately asked him to lower his flight altitude and go to investigate. However, it was found that this was a French fleet fighting against the Spanish fleet.

Zhang Fan can't remember what the naval battle was and why it started. But judging from the situation, the French are about to be defeated by the Spanish fleet. Even if Zhang Fan has the intention to help the French, he has no ability without a fleet. I could only watch the Spanish warship chasing the French sailboat and sigh. Otherwise, this is the best opportunity to weaken the strength of the Spanish navy.

Two days later, Zhang Fan flew to Spain. Zhang Fan visited several large ports, and then, with his status as the Earl of San Juan in Spain, brought some decent gifts, visited several important Spanish military and political nobles, and inquired about Spain's current military strength. Among them are the Duke of Sidonia, the commander of the Spanish fleet of the Anglo-Spanish Sea War, and the current Duke of Medina. They will all play an indispensable role in this great battle.

Zhang Fan is gratified that Spain has received a sharp decrease in funds due to the loss of colonies in the entire New World, so it is difficult to afford a large-scale naval force. This makes them afraid of Daming sailors, but they are unable to compete. And for England, an old enemy, it seems to be a little powerless.

It can be seen from the large shipyards in Spain that there are not many large sailboats under construction. And most of them are still merchant ships, and the number of warships is very small.

"With this strength, how dare Spain fight the 'British-Spanish Sea War'?" Even Xuanyuan Star saw the clue.

Zhang Fan smiled and said, "History will always be bridged. I think England is also weak under the compression of space in the Chinese colonies. Although Spain did not have a large decline, after all, they did not have the dominance of the New World. Both countries have become weaker at war. Maybe the scale of this 'British-Western Sea War' will be relatively small.

"Will they unite to fight with Daming sailors?" Xuanyuanxing is a little worried.

Zhang Fan thought for a moment and shook his head and said, "I don't think so. I have discussed this problem with the book demon Aken. History should be difficult to change. The hatred between England and Spain is also difficult to resolve. But even if they really unite and want to fight with Daming sailors, we are not afraid. Even if the ocean-going fleet of Daming sailors can't win, the 'zhenhai cannons' and 'capitte cannons' in colonial ports are not vegetarian. With their current warship, it is not enough to fire a few shots. Even if they have the ability to land, our musket technology is centuries ahead of them, afraid of him! We implemented a universal military service system in the colonies to prevent a joint attack by European powers. Zhang Fan's tone is a bit like Aken.

Xuanyuanxing also laughed, "That's true. Our artillery technology is too advanced. It's like playing games, the technology tree climbs faster, and there are more money and people than them. How do they fight?!"